Tobias Sturesson kicks off a new season of Leading Transformation Change with co-host Andreas Almlöf. Building on insights from his work with global leaders and his acclaimed book You Can Culture, Tobias unpacks the game-changing role of repairing trust inside organizations.

Tune in to hear practical strategies for leaders navigating crises, high-pressure environments and everyday cultural tensions… at a time when AI, regulatory upheaval and shifting values are rewriting the rules of leadership.

In this episode, we explore:

(05:15) Navigating change with AI, values and DEI

(11:19) Why trust is leadership’s most valuable capital

(13:22) Accountability and cultural reform in leadership

(17:58) How regret can drive real growth

(20:45) Building customer trust through openness

(23:02) How culture and design shape accountability

(29:42) Why unaddressed issues create distrust

(32:38) Steps to repair harm and rebuild trust

(34:39) Owning responsibility through vulnerability

Links mentioned:

The Power of Trust – Book

The Power of Regret – Book

Listen to Daniel Pink: Unlocking the Power of Regret

‘You Can Culture: Transformative Leadership Habits for a Thriving Workplace, Positive Impact and Lasting Success’ is now available here.

What does it really mean to build AI responsibly, at Google scale?

In this episode, we sit down with Jen Gennai, the person Google turned to when it needed to build ethical AI from the ground up. Jen founded Google’s Responsible Innovation team and has spent her career at the intersection of trust, safety, and emerging tech.

From advising world leaders on AI governance to navigating internal pushback, Jen opens up about what it actually takes to embed ethics into one of the fastest-moving industries on the planet.

Tune in to this episode as we explore:

• The importance of early ethical considerations

• Trust as a core pillar of technology

• Navigating AI’s impact on fairness and discrimination

• The future of AI-human relationships

• Building AI literacy in organizations

• The intersection of regulation and innovation

Links mentioned:

Connect with Jen Gennai on LinkedIn

T3 Website
‘You Can Culture: Transformative Leadership Habits for a Thriving Workplace, Positive Impact and Lasting Success’ is now available here.

What does it take to build a culture that not only survives but thrives across global teams? In this episode of Leading Transformational Change, host Tobias Sturesson sits down with Alicia DeFreitas, Global Head of People & Culture at BDO, to explore the key elements that make an organization’s culture truly flourish: respect, growth, and purpose. They dive into the challenges of aligning these values across diverse teams and discuss the ongoing journeys of diversity, equity, and psychological safety.

Tune in to this episode as we explore:

• Unlocking the power of cultural diversity in HR
• Scaling vision and purpose across global teams
• Creating a culture of psychological safety that drives performance
• Turning diverse perspectives into a competitive advantage
• Aligning leadership actions with core organizational values for lasting impact

Links mentioned:

Connect with Alicia DeFreitas on LinkedIn

BDO

‘You Can Culture: Transformative Leadership Habits for a Thriving Workplace, Positive Impact and Lasting Success’ is now available here.

Bob Langert, former VP of Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability at McDonald's, and Jay Barney, author of ‘The Secret of Culture Change’, join Tobias Sturesson to explore the nuanced journey of leading transformational change within an organisation. Drawing from decades of experience, Bob shares how McDonald's navigated criticism to embrace a proactive approach to social responsibility, while Jay highlights the significance of actions over words in fostering a true cultural shift. 

Tune in to this episode as we explore:

• Navigating criticism and fostering partnerships

• Actions as the foundation for cultural change

• Embracing vulnerability to strengthen trust

• The journey from defensiveness to proactivity

• Trust and its impact on business success

• Inspiring change through leadership actions

• Building authentic stories from transformative practices

Links mentioned:

101. Embrace Vulnerability: Insights from Ann Tenbrunsel and Lenny Wong on Avoiding Blind Spots and Navigating Human Fallibility

‘The Secret of Culture Change’ by Jay Barney

‘You Can Culture: Transformative Leadership Habits for a Thriving Workplace, Positive Impact and Lasting Success’ is now available here.

Bruno Roche, former Chief Economist and Managing Director at Mars Corporation, is now leading efforts at ONEsociety, a foundation and consultancy aiming to drive systemic change in the impact economy. Bruno shares his expertise on navigating today's geopolitical landscape, technological advancements like AI, and the ethical frameworks that underpin sustainable societal progress. Discover how businesses and leaders can steer through unprecedented global changes with integrity and mutuality at the core.

Tune in to this episode as we explore:

• The battle for AI control in society
• Maintaining equilibrium amidst global chaos
• The new relationship between economics and ethics
• Navigating corporate responsibility and values
• Mutual relationship vs. transactional thinking

‘You Can Culture: Transformative Leadership Habits for a Thriving Workplace, Positive Impact and Lasting Success’ is now available here.

Today we hear from Ann Tenbrunsel, the David E. Gallo Professor of Business Ethics at the University of Notre Dame, and Lenny Wong, a retired research professor at the US Army War College. Explore how positive illusions about our ethicality lead to overlooked blind spots and understand the importance of embracing vulnerability for fostering trust and learning within corporate cultures. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand and navigate the ethical challenges in leadership and organisational behaviour.

In this episode, we explore:

Links Mentioned:

You Can Culture by Tobias Sturesson

025. Lenny Wong: Uncovering a Culture of Dishonesty

065. Ann Tenbrunsel: Are we as ethical as we think?

Ann Tenbrunsel’s work

Lenny Wong’s research works

As we celebrate our 100th episode, we've invited Richard Bistrong, CEO of Front-Line Anti-Bribery and Klaus Moosmayer, Chief Ethics, Risk and Compliance Officer at Novartis, to dive into the essential role of humility in leadership. Together with host Tobias Sturesson, they explore how acknowledging imperfections, owning mistakes, and repairing trust can lead to significant positive shifts in organizational cultures.

Tune in to this episode as we explore:

‘You Can Culture: Transformative Leadership Habits for a Thriving Workplace, Positive Impact and Lasting Success’ is now available here.

In this episode, our host, Tobias Sturesson, reads the introduction of his book You Can Culture, which delves into his personal experience of becoming complicit in a toxic culture. We hope it offers you a compelling and insightful introduction to the concept of the four transformative leadership habits the book explores.

You Can Culture: Transformative Leadership Habits for a Thriving Workplace, Positive Impact and Lasting Success, launches October 8, 2024.

Read more on youcanculture.com, pre-order it on Amazon or wherever you get your books.

In this special episode of Leading Transformational Change, we dive deep into the essential habit of ‘Getting Humble’ from my book, ‘You Can Culture’. I am joined by Andreas Almlöf from Heart Management to explore why humility in leadership is crucial for fostering a thriving, ethical culture in organisations. Listen in to hear an excerpt from the book, as well as practical advice on embracing vulnerability, taking ownership of cultural issues, and the power of reflection in maintaining values alignment. 

Tune in to this episode as we explore:

‘You Can Culture: Transformative Leadership Habits for a Thriving Workplace, Positive Impact and Lasting Success’ is now available here.

Richard Bistrong is a former VP of sales for a global multinational who faced legal challenges due to FCPA violations. Richard has transformed his career, becoming an advocate for compliance and ethics, and helping organizations navigate the tricky waters of corporate integrity. Richard delves into the complex interplay between corporate success pressures and ethical compliance, sharing candid insights and real-world strategies. This episode was originally released in 2020, but the conversation still rings true today. 

Tune in to this episode as we explore:

‘You Can Culture: Transformative Leadership Habits for a Thriving Workplace, Positive Impact and Lasting Success’ is now available here.